Registry
Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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This module provides the student with opportunities to develop and expand existing nursing knowledge and skills in caring for a variety of patients/client groups in a variety of settings and to develop competence in care delivery within their scope of practice. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1. Demonstrate the development and expansion of nursing knowledge and skills in the provision of nursing care. 2. Show ability to communicate effectively with patients/client groups, families and team members. 3. Recognise the role of the nurse/midwife in a variety of care settings. 4. Demonstrate an ability to critically analyse a patient assessment form. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Opportunities will be provided for students to increase competency in nursing skills. Medical / Surgical Settings: Continue to develop knowledge in nursing skills in medical-surgical settings. Participate in more complex nursing skills, under the supervision of the preceptor/registered nurse. Communicate effectively with patients/clients, families and members of multi-disciplinary team. AND/OR Specialist Areas: Develop a knowledge of the specialist area, participate with the specialist nurse in the delivery of patient/client care. Negotiate specific learning outcomes with the preceptor/registered nurse in specialist clinical practice area.. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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